Accessible taxi in Birmingham? Not a chance
I have had to postpone work as I can’t book an accessible taxi in the UK’s second largest city.
Accessible Taxi Wanted – with a good attitude
I’m looking for an accessible taxi with a good attitude and that’s essential
Headteacher Conference: Raising aspirations for SEND Pupils
Speaking at the Headteacher Conference, I wanted to raise the importance of raising aspirations for SEND pupils.
Councillor responds to Pavement Parking Proposal
Sandwell Council are encouraging local MPs to support a nationwide pavement parking ban.
World Cerebral Palsy Day – Free Workshop
World Cerebral Palsy Day is on Friday 6th October and I’m offering a free online CP Workshop.
Pavement Parking Campaign – the latest
Having contacted Sandwell Council about my Pavement Parking Campaign, they haven’t provided a response.
Pavement Parking Campaign Update
If you follow my blog or Twitter account, you’ll know that I’m working on a campaign to get pavement parking banned. This follows many frustrating and also dangerous incidents where pavement parking has forced me into the traffic in my wheelchair. My ultimate goal would be to get a nationwide ban, though initially I’m lobbying […]
Diary of a Disabled Mum: Out and about
As a disabled mum, getting out and about has its challenges but I’m building my independence and confidence.
Disability & Communication: Some top tips
My last couple of blog posts have focused on disability and communication, specifically how people react to my speech impediment. I could tell you countless stories of how people have dismissed me because I have a speech impediment, caused by Cerebral Palsy. It’s both frustrating and hurtful but something I’ve become used to over the […]
Poor disability awareness within NHS – again
Several incidents demonstrate a poor disability awareness amongst NHS Staff and a speech therapy student confirms no training is given.